# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Afternoon with David Bruggink - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm - **Event Description**: Author and illustrator David Bruggink is going to be in store signing copies of his graphic novel PIA IN THE FOREST!About this EventJoin Us for An Afternoon with David Bruggink!Get ready for an awesome in-person book signing event with David Bruggink. He will be signing and personalizing copies of his graphic novel Pia in the Forest starting at 1pm on August 1st. Don't miss out – bring your friends and come say hi! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/88204510-88f4-11f1-a8a4-631b175f3d78-rimg-w579-h740-dcf1f1d6-gmir.jpg Join Pia as she explores a forest, plays pranks on her dad, and even makes a surprise friend in this young graphic novel for fans of Bluey and Calvin and Hobbes. There are sounds that only exist deep in the woods: the low rumbling inside fallen trees; the tiny tck-tck-tck of a bustling ant colony; the woosh of bird wings in the wind. And Pia and her Dad are determined to record them all! But in her rush to explore, Pia quickly gets lost. With the help of a new friend Quinn, Pia resolves to find her way back to dad using the sounds of the forest . . . after she and Quinn build fairy houses and play some games, of course. With warmth and humor, David Bruggink has created a lovably impish character with Pia and a forest world filled with waterfalls and creatures. A color palette of soft greens and blues with simple paneling makes this a cozy read for any afternoon. Back matter includes more information on field recording, how to build fairy houses, and more. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/south-portland/an-afternoon-with-david-bruggink/100001993622413305 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art, music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Books-A-Million - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: South Portland - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: Books-A-Million - **lat**: 43.636048 - **long**: -70.3332157 - **full address**: Books-A-Million, 430 Gorham Road, South Portland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Afternoon with David Bruggink - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d6e89592d4bc77d2017ca155a07129ebb42db4f15d85d6122ebfe30c22f3460f-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1783774093 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Afternoon with David Bruggink being held? - **A:** An Afternoon with David Bruggink takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Books-A-Million, 430 Gorham Road, South Portland, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing An Afternoon with David Bruggink? - **A:** An Afternoon with David Bruggink is organized by Books-A-Million. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Books-A-Million's events? - **A:** Books-A-Million has 128+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Books-A-Million has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Afternoon with David Bruggink is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in South Portland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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